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Megan Brentlinger

I have vast experience in adult education, blended learning, and teaching English as a Foreign/Second Language. I lived in Beijing, China for more than 8 years, which has given me a deep understanding of foreign cultures and often forced me to find ways to thrive while stepping out of my comfort zone. My experience abroad gives me a different worldview that makes me an independent thinker with fresh ideas for solutions to problems.

Education

MTESOL

Tempe, AZ

Arizona State University

2017 - 2016

  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

B.A. Political Science and International Studies

Ames, Iowa

Iowa State University

2006 - 2002

  • Political Science, International Studies
  • Minors in Spanish and Chinese Studies

Selected Positions

International Student Retention Coordinator

Tempe, AZ

Arizona State University

2023 - 2022

  • Analyze student engagement and programming to increase retention among first year international students

Blended Learning and Assessment Coordinator

Mesa, AZ

Mesa Public Schools

2022 - 2019

  • Coordinate assessment testing
  • Assist teachers with blended learning

Blended Learning and Assessment Coordinator

Mesa, AZ

Mesa Public Schools

2022 - 2019

  • Coordinate assessment testing
  • Assist teachers with blended learning

ELAA Instructtor

Phoenix, AZ

Rio Salado College

2019 - 2017

  • Taught English as a Second Language and Computer Skills to adults

Adjunct Instructional Assistant

Phoenix, AZ

Grand Canyon University

2015

  • Assisted professor with in-class activities
  • Acted as resource through private office hours
  • Monitored student participation and progress

Native English Teacher

Beijing, CHINA

Beijing BISS International School

2014 - 2012

  • Co-planned and Co-taught with Chinese partner
  • Coached Chinese partners of values of Communicative Approach to language learning

Foreign Teacher

Beijing, CHINA

Wall Street English

2012 - 2009

  • Developed new curriculum and implemented
  • Planned educational social activities
  • Evaluated learner progress

Licenses and certifications

CELTA (Pass-A)

Beijing, CHINA

Cambridge University

2012

Projects

Chaoyang English Project

Beijing, CHINA

Beijing BISS International School

2014 - 2012

  • The Chaoyang English Project is one of 3 major projects being run by Chaoyang Education Committee, which is the largest municipal district in Beijing. From the initial 5 partner schools, there are now 11 top district schools (see list below); with 15 foreign teachers; 3 teacher trainers; 40+ local teachers & almost 10,000 students having had their learning lives enriched as a result of this project.
  • The project has 3 major objectives - to train local English teachers in current international ESL/TESOL methodology & pedagogy; to improve local English teachers’ English levels; and to improve students’ English ability and increase their enjoyment of learning.
  • To meet these 3 objectives, the Chaoyang English Project utilizes a team-teaching arrangement whereby local teachers are partnered with an experienced foreign ESL teacher with whom they plan lessons, teach and then reflect on each lesson. Ongoing training and support is provided for the partnerships throughout the year - initially there is a 3-day intensive before the start of the school year; then weekly training sessions for the first month & bi-weekly thereafter. Teachers have regular lesson observation & feedback sessions, and there is separate regular feedback on their lesson planning. Training sessions provide training in current methodology & pedagogy and outlines for how to teach different kinds of skill-based lessons.